The flight distance from Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 10,237 kilometers (6,361 miles / 5,528 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Laos with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:46 in Luang Namtha, it's 11:46 in Wellington. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,927 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Luang Namtha Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Luang Namtha (LXG) follows a heading of 296° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.